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Fuel price hike: Delhi-NCR to see three-day strike by cab, auto drivers starting Thursday
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NEW DELHI: Commercial vehicle drivers’ unions in Delhi-NCR have announced a three-day strike from May 21 to 23 (from Thursday to Saturday), demanding an immediate hike in taxi and auto fares amid rising fuel prices and all Read More
Bengaluru To Chennai In Just 2.5 Hours? Andhra Pradesh Stretch Of Expressway Nearly Ready; When Will It Open?
In Andhra Pradesh, 92% of the 85-km stretch has been completed, while work on Tamil Nadu’s 106-km section is 80% done. Read More
Ultra-Light Howitzers, Apache Helicopters: US Clears $428 Million Defence Deal For India
The State Department said Boeing and Lockheed Martin will serve as the principal contractors for the Apache package, while BAE Systems will handle support for the M777 Howitzers. Read More
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister BC Khanduri Passes Away After Prolonged Illness
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness in Dehradun. Read More
Supreme Court rejects plea to stay earlier order on stray dogs; cites ‘absence of sustained efforts’ by states
SC refuses the plea of dog lovers for stay on its order. Read More
Meenakshi blasts modern publicity and ‘no-work’ celebrity culture
Veteran Bollywood actress Meenakshi Seshadri has taken a sharp dig at the modern entertainment industry’s obsession with PR and aggressive self-promotion. Read More
Jennifer Lopez reacts to ‘Off Campus’ star Mika Abdalla
‘Off Campus’ instantly becomes a cultural sensation. Read More
Alia’s appearance on Samay Raina’s show leaves internet DIVIDED
A leaked photograph from the sets of Samay Raina’s ‘India’s Got Latent Season 2’ has gone viral on the internet. Read More
Knox Jolie-Pitt draws Brad Pitt comparisons at graduation
Angelina Jolie radiated joy at Zahara’s graduation from Spelman College, her pride palpable as her sons Pax, Maddox, and a Knox, reminiscent of a young Brad Pitt, looked on. Read More
Married at First Sight rape allegations ‘serious’, says DCMS
A BBC Panorama investigation revealed allegations that two women had been raped during filming. Read More
Another Fuel Price Hike Hits Share Market: Sensex Soars 300 Points, Nifty Over 23,700
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Indian equity benchmarks opened mixed, influenced by lower crude oil.
US President Trump’s comments eased Iran conflict fears for markets. Read More
Petrol, Diesel Increased By Nearly 90 Paise Per Litre, Second Hike In A Week
Petrol and diesel prices were increased by up to 90 paise per litre on Tuesday, marking the second revision in fuel rates within less than a week.
In the national capital, petrol prices rose to Rs 98.64 per litre from Rs 97. Read More
US Drops All Charges Against Gautam Adani, Case Closed Permanently
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All investigations into Adani Group now formally closed.
New Delhi/New York: The U.S. Read More
Urban Indian Women Spend More Time On Entertainment, Shopping Apps Than Men
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Women drive urban India’s digital engagement, spending more time online.
Women use commerce and entertainment platforms more than men. Read More
Gardens by the Bay launches new Disney-themed family experiences for summer holidays
Gardens by the Bay has introduced two Disney-themed experiences this June as part of its family-focused programming for the school holiday season. Read More
WTM Spotlight Riyadh to highlight Saudi Arabia’s expanding MICE market
Saudi Arabia’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector is set to take centre stage at the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh, as the Kingdom accelerates investments aimed at positioning itself among the world’s leading busine Read More
Georgia showcases Iconic hiking trails for global adventure travellers
Positioned between Europe and Asia, Georgia is gaining visibility among international adventure travellers for its expanding hiking and trekking offerings across the Caucasus Mountains. Read More
tulah Clinical Wellness unveils flagship integrated wellness sanctuary in Kerala
tulah Clinical Wellness has officially unveiled its flagship wellness sanctuary in Kerala, marking a significant step in positioning India as a growing force in the global wellness and integrative healthcare landscape. Read More
Fuel price hike: Delhi-NCR to see three-day strike by cab, auto drivers starting Thursday
File photo
NEW DELHI: Commercial vehicle drivers’ unions in Delhi-NCR have announced a three-day strike from May 21 to 23 (from Thursday to Saturday), demanding an immediate hike in taxi and auto fares amid rising fuel prices and all Read More
Bengaluru To Chennai In Just 2.5 Hours? Andhra Pradesh Stretch Of Expressway Nearly Ready; When Will It Open?
In Andhra Pradesh, 92% of the 85-km stretch has been completed, while work on Tamil Nadu’s 106-km section is 80% done. Read More
Ultra-Light Howitzers, Apache Helicopters: US Clears $428 Million Defence Deal For India
The State Department said Boeing and Lockheed Martin will serve as the principal contractors for the Apache package, while BAE Systems will handle support for the M777 Howitzers. Read More
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister BC Khanduri Passes Away After Prolonged Illness
Former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party leader Bhuwan Chandra Khanduri passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness in Dehradun. Read More
Supreme Court rejects plea to stay earlier order on stray dogs; cites ‘absence of sustained efforts’ by states
SC refuses the plea of dog lovers for stay on its order. Read More
Meenakshi blasts modern publicity and ‘no-work’ celebrity culture
Veteran Bollywood actress Meenakshi Seshadri has taken a sharp dig at the modern entertainment industry’s obsession with PR and aggressive self-promotion. Read More
Jennifer Lopez reacts to ‘Off Campus’ star Mika Abdalla
‘Off Campus’ instantly becomes a cultural sensation. Read More
Alia’s appearance on Samay Raina’s show leaves internet DIVIDED
A leaked photograph from the sets of Samay Raina’s ‘India’s Got Latent Season 2’ has gone viral on the internet. Read More
Knox Jolie-Pitt draws Brad Pitt comparisons at graduation
Angelina Jolie radiated joy at Zahara’s graduation from Spelman College, her pride palpable as her sons Pax, Maddox, and a Knox, reminiscent of a young Brad Pitt, looked on. Read More
Married at First Sight rape allegations ‘serious’, says DCMS
A BBC Panorama investigation revealed allegations that two women had been raped during filming. Read More
Another Fuel Price Hike Hits Share Market: Sensex Soars 300 Points, Nifty Over 23,700
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Indian equity benchmarks opened mixed, influenced by lower crude oil.
US President Trump’s comments eased Iran conflict fears for markets. Read More
Petrol, Diesel Increased By Nearly 90 Paise Per Litre, Second Hike In A Week
Petrol and diesel prices were increased by up to 90 paise per litre on Tuesday, marking the second revision in fuel rates within less than a week.
In the national capital, petrol prices rose to Rs 98.64 per litre from Rs 97. Read More
US Drops All Charges Against Gautam Adani, Case Closed Permanently
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
All investigations into Adani Group now formally closed.
New Delhi/New York: The U.S. Read More
Urban Indian Women Spend More Time On Entertainment, Shopping Apps Than Men
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Women drive urban India’s digital engagement, spending more time online.
Women use commerce and entertainment platforms more than men. Read More
Gardens by the Bay launches new Disney-themed family experiences for summer holidays
Gardens by the Bay has introduced two Disney-themed experiences this June as part of its family-focused programming for the school holiday season. Read More
WTM Spotlight Riyadh to highlight Saudi Arabia’s expanding MICE market
Saudi Arabia’s Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector is set to take centre stage at the inaugural WTM Spotlight Riyadh, as the Kingdom accelerates investments aimed at positioning itself among the world’s leading busine Read More
Georgia showcases Iconic hiking trails for global adventure travellers
Positioned between Europe and Asia, Georgia is gaining visibility among international adventure travellers for its expanding hiking and trekking offerings across the Caucasus Mountains. Read More
tulah Clinical Wellness unveils flagship integrated wellness sanctuary in Kerala
tulah Clinical Wellness has officially unveiled its flagship wellness sanctuary in Kerala, marking a significant step in positioning India as a growing force in the global wellness and integrative healthcare landscape. Read More
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Neymar’s Brazil return raises stakes for a 2026 World Cup full of farewell storylines
Neymar’s much-awaited return to the Brazil football team has turned the 2026 World Cup into a battle of legacies. Read More
World’s longest hiccup case ever recorded: The man who hiccupped more than 430 million times over 68 years
Hiccups may not affect the majority of people because it is usually considered just another temporary inconvenience. They usually go away in a matter of minutes and might leave nothing but some slight frustration and awkward laughter. Read More
Two-faced Pakistan? Why is Islamabad, a mediator in Iran war, sending troops to Saudi Arabia?
Is Pakistan playing a double game in the Iran war? That’s the question many are asking after it has been reported that Islamabad has secretly deployed 8,000 troops, a squadron of fighter jets and an air defence system to Saudi Arabia. Read More
Indian-origin MSP Q Manivannan sparks row for promoting taxpayer-funded reparations for Palestine
Manivannan, who represents the Edinburgh & Lothians East regional list, backed the Art Workers for Palestine Scotland manifesto ahead of the local elections
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